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CLASSIC SERIES
LIVE STEAM

RUBY #1

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While not a model of any specific prototype, RUBY is a simple locomotive based on Baldwin practice and is typical of small locomotives used on industrial and shortline railroads all over the world. This is an excellent engine for beginners in live steam, as it is simple to operate and reliable in use. On the other hand, it is sophisticated enough to interest those live steamers with more experience.

RUBY will easily lend itself to kitbashing and cosmetic modification. The sheet-metal work (cab and tanks) are designed to be easily removed, leaving a complete running chassis and boiler ready for a new superstructure. With a little imagination and ingenuity, the tanks can be eliminated and a tender added, leading or trailing wheels added, or other changes can be made, resulting in your own unique locomotive.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Scale/Gauge - 1:20.3 Scale/ 45mm Gauge                                     Cylinder Size - D16 x 32
Total Weight - 2.1 Kg, 4.6 lb.                                                           Valve Gear - Simple Eccentric
Length - 245 mm, 9.6 in.                                                                 Valves - Piston Valve
Width - 100 mm, 3.9 in.                                                                    Reversing - Piston-valve Reverser
Height - 133 mm, 5.2 in.                                                                  Fuel - Butane
Minimum Radius - 0.6 M, 24 in.                                                       Boiler - Single Flue
Driver Wheels Dia. - 35 mm, 1.4 in.                                                 Water Capacity - 80 cc
Cylinders - 2 x outside frame                                                           Working Pressure - 40 PSI
Fittings - Safety valve, Water filler valve, Throttle


ORDER INFORMATION

 

  AC77-010   RUBY #1 0-4-0T
  AC77-011   RUBY Kit
       

(All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice)

 

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